Maintenance Mechanic

Reworld Projects, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401K match

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in the United States to handle planned, unplanned, and preventative maintenance for equipment in our industrial disposal process. You will complete preventive tasks, analyze failures, and coordinate with teams to minimize downtime while maintaining safety.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2–4 years in heavy manufacturing, and the ability to rotate shifts. A strong focus on documentation and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum 2–4 years of experience in a heavy industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance per schedule to prevent equipment downtime.
• Investigate breakdowns using root‑cause analysis with cross‑functional teams.
• Prioritize repair and installation to minimize production downtime and document work.
• Use maintenance documentation program to manage work orders and parts.
• Inspect machinery to diagnose malfunctions and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety minded

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting‑edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

About the role

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for the planned, unplanned, and preventative maintenance tasks required to ensure safe and efficient operational effectiveness of equipment and systems which enable Reworld’s industrial disposal process.

Position Responsibilities

• Effectively complete preventive maintenance tasks per maintenance schedule to prevent breakdowns of equipment and operational downtime
• Utilize root‑cause analysis skills to investigate breakdown and line stoppages collaborating with various teams and stakeholders
• Prioritize work to ensure timely maintenance, repair and installation of equipment, tools, and utility systems to minimize production downtime and complete all required paperwork and documentation in the company’s computerized maintenance documentation program
• Utilize Reworld’s defined maintenance documentation program to open and close out work orders, check out spare parts, and other activities as required in the plant
• Repair and/or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment including inspection, assembly, disassembly, and replacement as necessary
• Observe and evaluate the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions utilizing mechanical devices
• Review maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities
• Inspect operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational and safety performance standards.

Position Requirements & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred
• A minimum of 2-4 years’ experience in a heavy industrial/manufacturing environment
• Must have the ability to work a rotating shift schedule

Total Rewards & Compensation

• Competitive Base Salary
• Day one employee benefits: competitive health insurance options, PTO, retirement savings plan and 401K match

Physical Demands of the Role

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator
• Consistently work in various weather conditions

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 33.22 - 44.18 USD per hour

Benefits

• Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match.
• Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance.
• For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page.
• Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms

Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.

Our Commitment

Reworld™ formerly known as Covanta, is a leader in sustainable waste solutions and is dedicated to transforming waste into valuable resources through innovative technologies. With a comprehensive portfolio of solutions designed to address the most complex challenges of waste management, Reworld™ is committed to achieving carbon-negative outcomes and supporting partners on their sustainability journey. Others see waste. We see potential. Led by the promise of what’s possible, we partner with businesses and communities to reimagine what waste can do. Together, we transform refuse into a resource, steadfast in our determination to go beyond net zero, for the good of our people, our communities, and the planet we all depend on. Rooted in communities, with support across North America

Our expansive geographical footprint gives us the large-scale resources to effectively support both our customers and the communities in which we live and work. Working together to find the beginning at every endpoint Ours is a diverse group, with a wide range of skills and expertise. We are passionate about our mission to do more and to do better through innovative value creation. No matter where we come from, we’re here to put our efforts toward building a smarter, more sustainable world. Dedicated to redefining what’s possible with waste. When you work with us, you’ll find a hard-working team of collaborators united by our passion for protecting people, the planet, and the promise of a more sustainable future.

For more information: Visit https://www.reworldwaste.com/